Grant Specialist Position, Indiana Lake Michigan Coastal Program

The Indiana Lake Michigan Coastal Program seeks well qualified applicants for the Grant Specialist Position. This position is responsible for the day to day operations of the Coastal Grant Program. The Coastal Grant Program annually passes thru approximately $650,000 for projects that address coastal resource issues in Indiana. The FY12 Cycle marks tenth year for the Program. More information on the Coastal Grant Program is available at: http://www.in.gov/dnr/lakemich/6044.htm

The Grant Specialist position is located at the Indiana Dunes State Park Annex Office and is part of the LMCP team. Funding for the program is provided via a Cooperative Agreement with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource
Management’s Coastal Programs Division via the Coastal Zone Management Act.

If you or someone you know maybe interested in the position it is posted to the State of Indiana Job Bank http://www.in.gov/spd/2334.htm as *Job ID - 577448* – Grant Specialist. The position open date is today (1/17/11) and it will remain posted until 1/31/12. Directions on how to search for the position and how to apply are posted to the above webpage. Let me know if you have any difficulties finding the posting as well as questions regarding the position.

Regards,

Mike

Mike Molnar

Program Manager

Lake Michigan Coastal Program

Indiana Department of Natural Resources

402 W. Washington Rm W 267

Indianapolis, IN 46204

Email: mmolnar@dnr.in.gov

Phone: 317-233-0132

Fax: 317-233-0133

Mobile 317-460-4911

www.IN.gov/dnr/lakemich

The Vision of the Lake Michigan Coastal Program is that the Lake Michigan coastal community is healthy and thriving for this and future generations.

Supervisory Monitoring Specialist, Office of the State Superintendent of Education

Supervisory Monitoring Specialist
( LEA)

$88,545 - $123,963

This position is located in the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE), Department of Special Education, Monitoring and Compliance Unit. The LEA Monitoring Supervisor will be responsible for managing and implementing a state-level system of monitoring local educational agencies (LEAs) in the District of Columbia for compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

The incumbent will create a detailed procedure for monitoring LEAs, to be closely coordinated with monitoring activities taking place in public schools and programs, to include school visits; file reviews; database reviews; LEA self-assessments; face to face interactions with the children attending the schools, parents, teachers and school administrators; and procedures for corrective actions.
Ensures timely notification of noncompliance of LEAs through the dissemination of written reports of the results of on-site monitoring; Part B focused monitoring, database monitoring and other monitoring efforts related to LEA compliance with IDEA requirements. The incumbent is primarily responsible for ensuring that noncompliance has been identified based on a thorough and consistent use of data and the application of standards that may be independently verified.

https://erecruit.dc.gov/psp/erecruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_HM_PRE

Program Coordinator, Field Placements

PROGRAM COORDINATOR, FIELD PLACEMENTS
UIC School of Public Health

The UIC School of Public Health is seeking to hire a Program Coordinator to provide administrative and leadership guidance for student field placements. This person will take lead responsibility for development and implementation of a strategic plan for cultivating new practicum and preceptor opportunities for the School's Undergraduate and Masters of Public Health programs. Under minimal supervision, this person will develop new processes and forms; orientation strategies and materials; and the submission and renewal of practicum site contracts. The person will utilize their knowledge of public health and experience with preceptors to establish, implement and evaluate the quality of field practicum placements which will be an essential part of the School's upcoming Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) re-accreditation.


The selected candidate will have the opportunity to maximize their skills in the areas of:

Strategic planning: In close collaboration with Associate Dean(s) and divisions, develop and implement a strategic plan for cultivating new field preceptors and preceptor sites.Establishing and evaluating field sites: Utilize knowledge of the public health profession to serve as subject matter expert by educating, consulting and guiding students and faculty in public health preceptor and practicum placements; work with division directors, academic coordinators and advisors to identify practicum placements for students and create processes and guidelines; evaluate field experiences in terms of providing opportunities for students to attain identified competencies and learning objectives.Cultivating new preceptors: Develop and lead innovative and creative preceptor events and programs in public health.Training: Develop and maintain an orientation manual for public health preceptors and a practicum placement manual for students; develop and deliver public health practicum placement workshops and informational sessions for students, faculty, staff and placement sites.Data analysis and reporting: Develop and maintain a searchable and interactive database for field practicum opportunities; assist with planning additional data system(s) and online projects; produce and present detailed reports and analyses.Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Acceptable Requirements

1. High school graduation or equivalent

2. Any one or any combination of the following, totaling three years (36 months), from the categories below:

A) College course work in any field.

B) Progressively more responsible work experience in supervising, organizing, coordinating or

Other significant with specific educational or administrative program initiatives.

3. Two (2) years of responsible experience in supervising, organizing, coordinating or other significant work with specific educational or administrative program initiatives.

Strongly Desired Qualifications

Master's degree in Public Health and five years experience in practicum placement including management and supervisory roles. Curricular field experience in placement and evaluation, career services, and /or student affairs. Proven experience in the higher education student services leadership and programming. Ability to work innovatively and collaboratively with internal and external constituents. Outstanding interpersonal skills, organizational skills and demonstrated proficiencies in information technology.

For fullest consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume to the email address: < mailto:SPHAcademics@uic.edu>SPHAcademics@uic.edu
by the close of business on Friday, February 3, 2012. Please reference Job Code 14713 and the position title in the cover letter and email.

In addition, an official sealed transcript showing any college coursework and/or degree(s) if used to qualify, must be received by Friday, February 10, 2012. They can be sent directly to:

University of Illinois at Chicago

Human Resources Building Room 109

715 S. Wood Street (M/C 862)

Chicago IL 60612

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Policy Analyst - Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

Policy Analyst - Household Financial Stability Project
Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis


Position Summary:
The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis is seeking a Policy Analyst to help develop a new research-based effort to promote household financial stability and, especially, stronger balance sheets by American households. The position will focus on research, policies, outreach and other activities affecting the financial access, savings, debts and assets of households, in particular those below median income.


Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducting primary and secondary research and policy analysis around balance sheet issues;
• Writing and editing issue briefs and other publications;
• Developing a new web-based clearinghouse and a “financial stability index,” building on existing Federal Reserve databanks (such as FRED) and internal and external research;
• Helping to organize research conferences, roundtables, awards, and other efforts to build knowledge and generate impact around household-level financial stability and balance sheets; and
• Representing the Fed at symposia and events in St. Louis and nationwide.

Job Qualifications:

• Excellent research and analytical abilities;
• Demonstrated writing and speaking abilities, including the ability to write and speak well for a variety of audiences;
• Ability to develop a new web-based research clearinghouse and financial stability index;
• Eagerness to forge a new body of work around improving household financial stability;
• Bachelor’s degree (masters preferred) in economics, public policy, business administration or a related field; and
• At least 8 months of work experience in the areas described above.

The following is required:

1. US citizenship or
2. Permanent resident intending to become a citizen who meets certain other requirements.
   

Candidates with less than eight months of experience may be considered at the associate policy analyst level.

All qualified applicants please apply on-line at: http://careers.stlouisfed.org Req 225311.

Senior Policy Analyst, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

Senior Policy Analyst - Household Financial Stability Project
Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

Position Summary:
The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis is seeking a Senior Policy Analyst to help develop a new research-based effort to promote household financial stability and, especially, stronger balance sheets by American households. The position will focus on research, policies, outreach and other activities affecting the financial access, savings, debts and assets of households, in particular those below median income.


Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducting primary and secondary research and policy analysis around balance sheet issues;
• Writing and editing academic papers, issue briefs and other publications;
• Leading the development of a new web-based clearinghouse and a “financial stability index,” building on existing Federal Reserve databanks (such as FRED) and internal and external research;
• Representing the Fed at symposia and events in St. Louis and nationwide; and
• Helping to organize research conferences, roundtables, awards, and other efforts to build knowledge and generate impact around household-level financial stability and balance sheets.

Job Qualifications:

• Excellent research and analytical abilities, including the ability to work well with primary and secondary data;
• Excellent writing and speaking abilities, including the ability to write and speak well for a variety of audiences;
• Ability to oversee and help develop a new web-based research clearinghouse and index;
• Demonstrated entrepreneurial skills and creativity, including the ability and eagerness to forge a new body of work around improving household financial stability;
• Graduate degree in economics, public policy, business administration or a related field; and
• At least five years of work experience in the areas described above.

The following is required:

1. US citizenship or
2. Permanent resident intending to become a citizen who meets certain other requirements.
   

Candidates with three to five years of experience may be considered at the lead policy analyst level.

The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants please apply on-line at: http://careers.stlouisfed.org Req 225319.

Coastal Land Use Specialist, Sea Grant College Hawaii

Title: Assistant or Associate Extension Agent (Coastal Land Use Specialist)

Position Number:0088276T

Hiring Unit:UHM Sea Grant College

Program Location:Kaua‘i

Date Posted:December 30, 2011

Closing Date:January 20, 2012

Monthly Type:11 Month

Tenure Track:Non Tenure

Full Time/Part Time:Full Time

Temporary/Permanent:Temporary - Not to Exceed: February 28, 2013

Other Conditions:Extramural funds, renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance.

Duties and Responsibilities

Technical support to County of Kauai (35%):Provide technical support to the local county Department of Planning and resource agencies (e.g. Department of Parks and Recreation; Department of Public Works; Buildings Department; Floodplain Manager, Civil Defense, etc.) on design, alternatives analysis, construction, and review of shoreline development projects, land use planning and coastal hazards mitigation.

Assisting the Department of Planning with environmental reviews for shoreline applications. Facilitate the development, modification, or interpretation of rules and policies to better protect and enhance coastal resources, and assist the County in implementing rules and policies in conformance with Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS) Chapter 205A Coastal Zone Management.

Provide technical assistance on interpretation of modern and historical shoreline erosion rate data including technical support in the transition and implementation of revised shoreline setback rules based on erosion data.

Education and Outreach Activities and/or Special Studies (30%):Coordinate activities, including presentations and workshops, aimed at increasing public awareness of coastal processes and hazards, sustainable coastal land use practices, climate change adaptation, and beach and shoreline management.

Maintain close contact with interested organizations, agencies and individuals representing a balanced cross-section of the community within the state to improve data gathering and evaluation of coastal development projects and shoreline management issues.

Assist the public in providing unbiased technical information in understanding shoreline rules and regulations.

Assist with special studies identified by the County of Kaua‘i Planning Department.

Other Duties (35%):Interpreting and distributing research products related to coastal hazards and coastal zone management policy including potential impacts of climate change, climate change adaptation policy, coastal erosion, sea level rise, storm surge and episodic coastal hazard events.

Conduct site visits and write technical reports and recommendations for coastal hazards and coastal zone management planning. Assist county agencies with incorporating understanding of coastal hazards and climate change in coastal land use planning in an effort to avoid or otherwise mitigate coastal hazards.

Produce timely reports of outreach and education activities conducted for national and county program reporting.Other duties as assigned.

Assistant Extension Agent Minimum Qualifications

A Master’s degree from a college or university of recognized standing in ocean or earth science with major course work in coastal processes or land use, coastal science, shoreline management, natural resource management or planning or a related field; or in addition to a Bachelor’s degree, 30 credit hours of post-baccalaureate academic work in the fields listed above

At least three years of successful experience in Cooperative Extension work, Sea Grant Extension work or equivalent in research relevant to coastal processes

Ability to exercise independent judgment and to assume responsibility for maintaining an Extension program

Ability to work harmoniously with other agents in an integrated Extension system and with related agencies.

Associate Extension Agent Minimum Qualifications

A Master’s degree from a college or university of recognized standing in ocean or earth science with major course work in coastal processes or land use, coastal science, shoreline management, natural resource management or planning or a related field, in addition to the Master’s, 15-credit hours of post-baccalaureate academic work in the fields listed above

At least four years of experience as Extension faculty member or its equivalent in relation to the fields listed above in the next lower rank

Demonstrated ability to lead and develop leadership in ExtensionProven administrative ability to conduct a well organized program in County Extension or Sea Grant Extension

Proven ability to work harmoniously with the agents of other counties in an integrated Extension program and with related public agencies.

Desirable Qualifications

Ability to provide unbiased, technical coastal and marine related information, while maintaining neutrality on specific projects and issues

Experience analyzing shoreline erosion maps, statutes, rules and ordinances at the County, State and Federal level covering shoreline management and coastal land use

Experience with traditional education, extension and outreach methods

Familiarity with surveying and mapping techniques

Familiarity with climate change and potential coastal and marine impacts and adaptation strategies

Familiarity with national and international coastal zone management policies and programs as they relate to potential application in Hawaii

Familiarity with Hawaiian shoreline characteristics and cultural/recreation practices including: historical shoreline erosion rates and trends, seasonal wave dynamics, coastal processes and hazards, wave reef interactions, coastal dune behavior and native coastal plant species

Familiarity with coastal hazard mitigation strategies and impacts on natural resources from extraction and nourishment operations, beach erosion and mitigation techniques, littoral budgets and impacts of alternative shore stabilization technologies and situations

Knowledge of common computer programs and geographical information systems including oceanographic wave and beach numerical modeling

To Apply:Submit a letter of application indicating how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications, current curriculum vitae, contact information for at least three professional references (including email addresses) and copy of degree.

Address:Personnel Officer, Sea Grant College Program2525 Correa Road, HIG 236Honolulu, HI 96822Inquiries:Darren Okimoto; 808-956-7031; okimotod@hawaii.edu

The University of Hawaii is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital status, breastfeeding, income assignment for child support, arrest and court record (except as permissible under State law), sexual orientation, national guard absence, or status as a covered veteran.

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawaii may be viewed at: http://ope.ed.gov/security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.

http://www.pers.hawaii.edu/wuh/nadvert.aspx?rn=13824&si=1281019&pn=1&sn=postdate&so=desc

UIUC: Purchasing Data Analysis Coordinator

UIUC: Purchasing Data Analysis Coordinator

1/5/2012

Duties/Responsibilities

The University of Illinois seeks a Purchasing Data Analysis Coordinator to provide business intelligence and perform data analysis in support of Urbana Purchasing initiatives and operations. Additional responsibilities include:

1. Develop and maintain a management dashboard of open requisitions from multiple procurement systems (Banner and iBuy) that allows the presentation of workload status to management and buying staff on multiple campuses.
2. Develop management reports and dashboards utilizing purchasing and payables transaction data that allows for the identification, analysis, and reporting of performance measures relevant to University Procurement.
3. Establish databases used in preparation of management reports which provide information to be used in benchmarking procurement activities including Administrative Review & Restructuring (AR&R) Initiative.
4. Provide data and analysis to support the negotiation of vendor agreements.
5. Support RFP teams with pricing analysis and evaluation.
6. Provide data support for University FOIA requests regarding procurement activities.
7. Create periodic contract compliance reports in support of strategic agreements and the identification of areas of opportunity.
8. Prepare annual procurement reports including threshold reports for procurement code compliance, renewal reports to assist multiple campuses management and buying staff in the annual re-certification process for contracts.
9. Assist in the development of standard operating policies.
10. Provide Adhoc reporting as needed.
11. Serve on University, campus, and departmental teams as required.

Education and Experience

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, or related field and seven years’ work experience with financial systems. Additional qualifications include: experience with financial system report writing, demonstrated ability to understand complex data relationships and manipulate large data sets utilizing Microsoft Office (Access & Excel) and Toad (SQL), ability to identify and interpret trends in financial systems data, experience analyzing and translating data into information for management.

Preferred qualifications include: working knowledge of SCT Banner Finance and SciQuest iBuy system, including Accounts Payable (AP), P-Card and Purchasing (PO); knowledge of University of Illinois business and financial policies and procedures.

Applications

This is a full-time, 12-month Academic Professional position. For full consideration, candidates must apply and submit a letter of application, resume, and names/addresses/phone numbers of three professional references by January 26, 2012 at https://uajobs.hr.uillinois.edu/.

Applicants not providing all required materials will not be considered.

University of Illinois

Employee Relations and Human Resources
271 Henry Administration Building, MC 341
506 South Wright Street
Urbana, IL 61801
Phone: 217-333-2600
Fax: 217-239-6706

The University of Illinois is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity and diversity. University Administration welcomes applications from women, underrepresented minorities, persons with disabilities, sexual minority groups and other candidates who will lead and contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives.

Penobscot East Resource Center Associate Position, ME

Penobscot East Resource Center

Fisheries and Seafood Policy Associate Full Time, 12-Month Position

Stonington, ME—Penobscot East Resource Center (PERC) is seeking to fill a position that requires fisheries outreach and business planning expertise plus exceptional project management and fisheries policy knowledge. Reporting to the Director of the Downeast Groundfish Initiative, the Fisheries and Seafood Policy Associate will develop and execute a new project whereby new fishermen, using sustainable fishing technology and fishing practices and connected to place-based communities can develop economically successful groundfishing businesses. The position requires confidence in working with New England commercial fishermen.

Founded in 2003, Penobscot East Resource Center is a mission-driven and fast paced organization based in Stonington, Maine working to secure a future for fishing communities in eastern Maine through leadership training, innovative policy work, and engaging fishermen's knowledge and voice for collaborative science and long term marine stewardship.

Key Responsibilities include: a) Develop a new community economic development project to create a model for ‘new entry’ in the New England groundfish fishery; b) develop a New England region-wide community-scale fishermen’s network of permit buyers and sellers; c) support the development of Penobscot East's food policy programs including development of a use of a trademark marketing Sentinel Fishery catches. The primary responsibility is to conduct a newly-funded project by Penobscot East that facilitates community-scale fishermen’s entry into the groundfish fishery under the new catch share management system. The job involves meeting objectives that include establishing a model whereby new fishermen, using sustainable fishing technology and fishing practices and connected to place-based communities can develop economically successful groundfishing businesses

Requirements: College graduate/Masters Degree desirable and 2-3 years experience (business, non-profit or fisheries policy.)

Compensation: Commensurate with experience. To Apply: Please send resume and cover letter electronically to Bobbi Billings bobbi@penobscoteast.org no later than January 6, 2012.

Associate Director of Development, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences -UIC

Associate Director of Development: Annual Fund and Alumni Relations

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

University of Illinois at Chicago


The Associate Director of Development: Annual Fund and Alumni Relations is responsible for the development and implementation of a comprehensive annual giving program as well as an alumni relations effort that increases the number of LAS alumni and friends who are providing annual financial resources to the College. A minimum of 60% of the Associate Director’s time will be devoted to maintaining and soliciting a personal portfolio of leadership annual gift and major gift prospects, which will include individuals, corporations and foundations. The Associate Director will coordinate advancement and external relations strategies involving the College’s desire to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward alumni and other annual fund donors. These initiatives will include: the annual fund campaign; liaison activity with the Liberal Arts and Sciences Alumni Association Board of Directors (LASAA); assistance and counsel to LAS departments and units about annual fund activities; some alumni related special events; and other initiatives as requested by the Director of Advancement.

Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred. Three to five years experience in fundraising with emphasis on strategic annual giving desired. Experience in complex organizations and in higher education is a plus. Excellence in communications, relationship building, integrity, and the ability to work with a positive and professional attitude and with diverse constituencies is critical.

To apply submit on line application and upload cover letter and resume by January 3, 2012 to: https://jobs.uic.edu AA/EOE

AECOM Designer I, Urban Planning

Position Title: Designer I, Urban Planning
Job Category: Planning
Business Line: Design + Planning
Office Region: USA - West
Office Location: US - Los Angeles, CA

Why Choose AECOM?
AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation, and technical excellence in delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world's built, natural, and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM serves clients in more than 100 countries and had revenue of $7.0 billion during the 12 months ended Dec. 31, 2010. More information on AECOM and its services can be found at www.aecom.com.

About the Business Line
Design + Planning Our professionals specialize in design, master planning, environmental and ecological planning, strategic planning and economic development. We create implementable solutions that promote sustainable land use and enhance quality of life.

Job Description
Duties:
Provide support to Project Managers, Principals and other AECOM designers and planners on a range of urban design, master planning, and visioning projects. Duties include design support, planning analysis, report writing, hand drawing, 3D rendering, and research.

Skill Requirements:
Excellent skills in design, freehand sketching, writing, conducting research, and summarizing results. Candidate should be detail oriented, have graphic and verbal capabilities, and excellent organizational skills. Needs to be proficient in most of the following software: Auto CAD, Sketchup, Rhino, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Education:
Graduate Degree in Urban Design, City Planning, Architecture or Landscape Architecture. Candidates with design background preferred.

What We Offer
AECOM employees around the world enjoy a wide range of benefits and competitive compensation package. AECOM is much more than just a place to work. It's a place where you can put your innovative thinking and business skills into high gear and work alongside other highly intelligent and motivated people. It's a place where you can apply your skills to some of the world's most challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects world wide. It's a place that values the diversity of our areas of practice and our people. It's what makes AECOM a great place to work and grow. AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Metropolitan Planner with the Rockford Metropolitan Agency for Planning

Job Title: METROPOLITAN PLANNER
Union Designation: N/A

City Department: RMAP

JOB DESCRIPTION/DUTIES:

Works with the Rockford Metropolitan Agency for Planning (the Rockford MPO) to administer the federally required transportation planning process and provide land use planning, environmental planning, and transportation planning products to the MPO member organizations. Coordinate with Federal, State, and local agencies, and the public. Prepares MPO working documents (UWP, TIP, LRTP, HSTP, PPP, EJ & Title VI). Analyze alternate mobility options, safety programs, and operational field strategies including rail, bicycle, and environmental planning. Analyze the fiscal impact of development and prepare growth strategies for the two-county MPO region; review existing land use and zoning plans for consistency. Analyze regional traffic operations and transit users. Analyze and recommend strategies to provide for the efficient movement of goods and services (truck, rail, air and pipeline), develop sub-area plans for freight and logistics centers, recommend multi-modal options for freight providers that enhance the economic opportunity of the region, and recommend operational improvements for rail and highway systems.

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE):

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Traffic Engineering, Economics or a related field. Experience with MPO preferred but not required. A Master's Degree is highly desirable.

Starting Salary: $45,864 - $48,160 DOQ

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

See original posting at http://www.rockfordil.gov/human-resources/communications/job-postings/metropolitan-planner.aspx

Visiting Assistant Director for the Campus Advocacy Network at UIC

Visiting Assistant Director

Campus Advocacy Network

University of Illinois at Chicago

Application Deadline: January 20, 2012

The University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) seeks a Visiting Assistant
Director for the Campus Advocacy Network (CAN). Established in 1991, CAN is the first campus based advocacy program in Illinois created to provide advocacy for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence and stalking as well as violence prevention education. CAN is a part of the Women's Leadership and Resource Center located in academic affairs and is a recipient of the Campus Grants program administered by the Office of Violence Against Women.

The Visiting Assistant Director will be integral in promoting and
administering CAN and grant-funded programs for the campus. As such, the Visiting Assistant Director will oversee and deliver educational programs for incoming freshmen, train orientation leaders and resident assistants and advise student organizations interested in violence prevention. The Visiting Assistant Director will organize and deliver workshops, lectures and programs on interpersonal violence, violence prevention, systems of oppression, becoming an ally, and increasing bystander intervention. He/she will provide advocacy and crisis support to faculty, staff and students victims of sexual assault, domestic violence and stalking. The position will also involve participation in on and off campus committees, organizations, and working groups as a liaison from CAN to develop campus and city-wide educational initiatives. The Visiting Assistant Director will develop marketing materials for campus-wide violence prevention campaigns and information for the website and brochures.

Looking for an energetic self-starter with initiative, creativity and
excellent verbal and written communication skills. The preferred candidate will have the ability to speak in front of large and small audiences; demonstrated experience in developing and delivering educational workshops, lectures and programs about interpersonal violence, violence prevention, and increasing bystander intervention; providing advocacy in civil, criminal and student judicial systems; knowledge of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and victim rights and experience working with diverse social identities and developing male allies.

Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, sociology, counseling,
criminology, gender and women's studies or a related field with two years of experience in providing programming, advocacy and referrals for college-aged students is required. Master's degree preferred. License eligible or certification in sexual assault and/ or domestic violence advocacy required.

Permanent funding is available for this position. The salary range is
$30,000 to $36,000, commensurate with experience. To apply submit a) a cover letter describing your qualifications; b) a resume and c) the names, titles and contact information for three references. For fullest consideration, applicants must be submitted electronically to
https://jobs.uic.edu/default.cfm?page=job &jobID=15349 by January 20, 2012.

Questions can be directed to Heather Imrie at
can@uic.edu. UIC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.